Honda Racing School Suzuka

Kart Class

>> Apply for the Formula Class Selection Course Orientation here

*Those wishing to take the Formula class in 2026 must complete the selection course in 2025.

Kart Class・Formula Class
Notice of Class Setting Changes (2025 and onwards)

The Advance Selection Meeting for the Kart Class and Formula Class will be closed as of 2024, and a new "Formula Class Selection Course" will be established.

This is a course that uses karts and formula machines to learn the skills required after entering the Formula class Advance Course.
We aim to improve skills through three events (two days each, for a total of six days).
Among the participants of this course, outstanding individuals (up to 8 people) will be granted the right to enroll in the Formula class Advance Kart course the following year.

To enroll in the 2026 Formula Class Advance Course, it is necessary to take the selection course in 2025.
If you are living overseas or cannot take the selection course for other reasons, please contact us individually.

Process to Obtain a Scholarship

Conventional

Formula Advance Selection Meeting: STEP1; STEP2

Formula Class Advance Course (up to 8 people)

Scholarship Selection Meeting (up to 4 people)

Scholarship Awarded (1 person)

From 2025

Formula Class: Selection Course; Advance Course (up to 8 people)

Scholarship Selection Meeting (up to 4 people)

Scholarship Awarded (1 person)

Acquire the basic skills and knowledge necessary for racing drivers

Learn not only upskilling through racing karts, but also the mindset necessary for your future career.

Kart Class Step Up Flow

Basic Course1-3 years

Get the basics of 4-wheel racing

Advance Course1 year

Intensive training program aimed at stepping up to the Formula class
[Only available for top performers in the Basic Course]

Annual ScheduleAnnual Schedule

Nov.	Dec.	Jan.	Feb.	Mar.	Apr.	May	Jun.	Jul.	Aug.	Sep.	Oct.	Nov.	Dec.
Orientation Session & Interview		Announcement of Pass/Fail		Enrollment Ceremony · First Time School	South Course School 10 events in total (about 20 days)								Graduation Ceremony School Final Lesson

Dec.	Orientation Session & Interview
Nov.	Orientation Session & Interview
Jan.	Announcement of Pass/Fail
Feb.
Mar.	Enrollment Ceremony · First School
Apr.	South Course School 10 events in total (about 20 days)
May
Jun.
Jul.
Aug.
Sep.
Oct.
Nov.
Dec.	Graduation Ceremony · Final Lesson of the School

Basic CourseBasic Course

We aim to systematically acquire racing skills with carts suitable for understanding machine structure, learning machine maintenance, and racing skills. In addition, since enrollment is possible from a young age, you can acquire advanced skills that are linked to full-fledged racing.

Knowledge Acquisition

Not only basic techniques, but also the acquisition of applied techniques is possible with a curriculum that focuses on practical training.

Machine Maintenance

Learn about the structure and setup of the machine.
　

Driving with top drivers

Conduct specific instruction by running with the instructor.

Race Practice

Gain practical experience while learning group driving etiquette.

Admission Requirements

①Applicants must be between 11 and 20 years old and in good physical and mental health.
②Applicants must be at least 140cm tall.
Only those who meet both conditions are eligible to apply.

Advance CourseAdvance Course

Excellent performers in the Basic Course will be given eligibility to take the next step, the Advance Course. In addition to the curriculum of the Basic Course, a small elite group will receive training using formula cars at Suzuka Circuit South Course to smoothly transition from karts.

Kart Basic Course Curriculum

Driving with Formula machines on the South Course

Admission Requirements

Several names from the previous year's top performers in the 11-18 age group.

Instructor

Kart Class Principal

Takuma Sato

Graduated in 1997 SRS-Formula (currently known as HRS Suzuka Formula Class).
2002-2008 Formula1® Best result 3rd place
2010- IndyCar Series® Total of 6 wins (including 2 wins at Indy 500)

: Hiromitsu Hattori; Hiromitsu Hattori

: Koudai Tsukakoshi; Koudai Tsukakoshi

: Hiroki Otsu; Hiroki Otsu

: Ren Sato; Ren Sato

Other instructors are here

Overview

Basic Course

Purpose of Establishment	Base your 4-wheel racing activities on acquiring basic knowledge and aiming for level up
Number of days	About 20 days
Capacity	Maximum 9 people
Age	11 to 20 years old
Course	Suzuka Circuit South Course
Admission Fee	1,606,000yen (tax included)
Vehicle : TONYKART/ROTAX 125

Advance Course

Purpose of Establishment	Training with a small group using Formula cars after training with karts on the Basic Course, aiming to step up to the Super Formula class.
Number of days	About 20 days
Capacity	Several people
Age	11-18 years old
Course	Suzuka Circuit South Course
Admission Fee	1,925,000yen (tax included)
Vehicle : TONYKART/ROTAX 125 Vehicle : HRS Suzuka Formula Class Vehicle

Class scenes

※The information is current as of 2024.

Contact Us

〒510-0295 7992 Inouecho, Suzuka-shi, Mie Prefecture, Suzuka Circuit
HRS Suzuka Office Tel. 059-378-1617 Reception hours 9:00-17:00

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